Culvert Reconstruction at CFB Valcartier After Beaver Dam Breach
Official title: Termoli Culvert - Canadian Forces Bases Valcartier, QC
A beaver dam broke at Canadian Forces Base Valcartier, washing away a culvert. The military wants to rebuild it and reinforce the new beaver dam with rocks. Why does it matter? The water basin behind the dam is used for firefighting during training exercises.
Why This Matters
This is a small infrastructure project on a military base. It mainly affects base operations and firefighting capacity for training areas. If you live near CFB Valcartier or care about local waterways, this could interest you.
What Could Change
A new culvert will replace the one washed away. The beaver dam will be reinforced with riprap to prevent future breaches. This ensures the water basin remains available for firefighting operations.
Key Issues
- Should the culvert be reconstructed at this location?
- Is reinforcing the beaver dam with riprap an appropriate solution?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.